The Dark History of Chateau de Meung sur Loire's Dungeon and François Villon The Château de Meung sur Loire, a medieval fortress in central France, is famous for its connection to the French poet and thief, François Villon.
However, the dungeon within its walls has a history that predates Villon's infamous sojourn by centuries.
The Life and Times of François Villon Born around 1431 in Paris, Villon quickly gained notoriety for his poetry and involvement in violent crimes.